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Oyster Mushroom

Pleurotus ostreatus

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1,947
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53
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2026
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Reishi · Lingzhi

Ganoderma lucidum

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1,830
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60
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2026
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Turkey Tail · Yun Zhi

Trametes versicolor

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1,828
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41
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2026
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Shiitake · Hua Gu

Lentinula edodes

Studies
1,766
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60
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2026
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Cordyceps · Scarlet Club

Cordyceps militaris

Studies
1,635
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67
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2026
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Cordyceps · Caterpillar Fungus

Ophiocordyceps sinensis

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1,576
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59
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2026
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Almond Mushroom · ABM

Agaricus blazei

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1,441
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54
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2026
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Enoki · Winter Mushroom

Flammulina velutipes

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1,403
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47
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2026
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King Oyster · Eryngii

Pleurotus eryngii

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1,278
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60
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2026
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Maitake · Hen of the Woods

Grifola frondosa

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1,276
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48
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2026
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Snow Fungus · Silver Ear

Tremella fuciformis

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1,052
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29
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2026
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Lion's Mane · Yamabushitake

Hericium erinaceus

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862
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67
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2026
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Chaga

Inonotus obliquus

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738
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65
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2026
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Mesima · Sanghwang

Phellinus linteus

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722
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58
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2026
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Niu-Chang-Chih

Antrodia camphorata

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496
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63
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2026
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Nameko · Nametake

Pholiota microspora

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421
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29
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2026
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Yellow Morel

Morchella esculenta

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392
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42
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2026
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Zhu Ling · Umbrella Polypore

Polyporus umbellatus

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263
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55
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2026
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Wood Ear · Kikurage

Auricularia auricula-judae

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254
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51
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2026
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Agarikon · Quinine Conk

Fomitopsis officinalis

Studies
47
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55
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2026
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Wood Ear · 2011 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Biopolymers

The molecular structure and solution conformation of an acidic heteropolysaccharide from Auricularia auricula-judae.

A water soluble acidic heteropolysaccharide named WAF was isolated from Auricularia auricula-judae by extracting with 0.9% NaCl solution. By using gas chromatography, gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, and NMR, its chemical structure was determined to be composed of a backbone of α-(1→3)-linked D-mannopyranose….

Immune supportMetabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2011 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · TheScientificWorldJournal

Treatment of a textile effluent from dyeing with cochineal extracts using Trametes versicolor fungus.

Trametes versicolor (Tv) fungus can degrade synthetic dyes that contain azo groups, anthraquinone, triphenylmethane polymers, and heterocyclic groups. However, no references have been found related to the degradation of natural dyes, such as the carminic acid that is contained in the cochineal extract..

Metabolic health
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Chaga · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Natural product research

Beneficial effects of the ethanol extract from the dry matter of a culture broth of Inonotus obliquus in submerged culture on the antioxidant defence system and regeneration of pancreatic beta-cells in experimental diabetes in mice.

The antihyperglycaemic and antilipidperoxidative effects of the ethanol extract from the dry matter of a culture broth (DMCB) of Inonotus obliquus were investigated in alloxan-induced diabetic mice and the possible mechanism of action was also discussed..

Metabolic healthLiver support
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Mesima · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · International immunopharmacology

Evaluation of antidiabetic activity of polysaccharide isolated from Phellinus linteus in non-obese diabetic mouse.

Polysaccharide (PLP) isolated from Phellinus linteus inhibits tumor growth and metastasis by enhancing immune functions of macrophages, dendritic cells, NK cells, T cells, and B cells. Here, we report that PLP can inhibit the development of autoimmune diabetes in non-obese diabetic (NOD) mice..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic health
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Niu-Chang-Chih · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of agricultural and food chemistry

Fruiting body of Niuchangchih (Antrodia camphorata) protects livers against chronic alcohol consumption damage.

An alcoholic fatty liver disease was induced by drinking water containing 20% (w/w) alcohol. Therapeutic groups were orally administrated dosages of 0.25 g silymarin/kg body weight (BW) and a low dosage of Niuchangchih (Antrodia camphorata) (0.025 g/kg BW) and a high dosage of Niuchangchih (0.1 g/kg BW) per day..

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Mesima · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Natural product communications

Inhibition of protein tyrosine phosphatase 1beta by hispidin derivatives isolated from the fruiting body of Phellinus linteus.

Protein tyrosine phosphatase 1beta (PTP1beta) acts as a negative regulator of insulin signaling. Selective inhibition of PTP1beta has served as a potential drug target for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus..

Metabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioprocess and biosystems engineering

Mathematical model for Trametes versicolor growth in submerged cultivation.

Trametes versicolor is a white-rot fungus known as a producer of extracellular enzymes such as laccase, manganese-peroxidase, and lignin-peroxidase. The production of these enzymes requires detailed knowledge of the growth characteristics and physiology of the fungus.

Metabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of hazardous materials

Naproxen degradation test to monitor Trametes versicolor activity in solid-state bioremediation processes.

The white-rot fungus Trametes versicolor has been studied as a potential agent for the removal of environmental pollutants. For long-time solid-phase bioremediation systems a test is required to monitor the metabolic status of T.

Immune supportMetabolic health
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Niu-Chang-Chih · 2010 · Patent · journal metadata

Novel Mixture and Compounds from Mycelia of Antrodia Camphorata and Use Thereof

The present invention relates to a compound derived from mycelium of Antrodia camphorata. The present invention also relates to the composition or mycelium comprising the compounds of the invention.

Metabolic health
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Chaga · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of microbiology and biotechnology

Optimization of hydroxyl radical scavenging activity of exo-polysaccharides from Inonotus obliquus in submerged fermentation using response surface methodology.

The objectives of this study were to investigate the effect of fermentation medium on the hydroxyl radical scavenging activity of exo-polysaccharides from Inonotus obliquus by response surface methodology. A two-level fractional factorial design was used to evaluate the effect of different components of medium..

Immune supportMetabolic health
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Chaga · 2010 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of the science of food and agriculture

Phytochemical characteristics and hypoglycaemic activity of fraction from mushroom Inonotus obliquus.

BACKGROUND: Inonotus obliquus is a medicinal mushroom that has been used as an effective agent to treat various diseases such as diabetes, tuberculosis and cancer. In order to elucidate the active fraction and its constituents, the effects of ethyl acetate fraction from I..

OncologyMetabolic healthLiver support
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Enoki · 2009 · English Abstract · Zhong yao cai = Zhongyaocai = Journal of Chinese medicinal materials

[Effect of Flammulina velutipes polysaccharides on production of cytokines by murine immunocytes and serum levels of cytokines in tumor-bearing mice].

OBJECTIVE: To study the effect of Flammulina velutipes polysaccharides (FVP) on the production of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha), interferon-gamma (INF-gamma) and interleukin 2 (IL-2) by murine immunocytes..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic health
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Maitake · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Biological trace element research

Activity and toxicity of Cr(III)-enriched Grifola frondosa in insulin-resistant mice.

This study was designed to evaluate the effect of administration of chromium-enriched Grifola frondosa (CEGF) in insulin-resistant sucrose-fed mice. Mice were randomly assigned to be unsupplemented (S group) or to receive oral CEGF at a dose of 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 5.0 mg/kg per day chromium..

Metabolic health
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Snow Fungus · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Applied biochemistry and biotechnology

Effect of constant glucose feeding on the production of exopolysaccharides by Tremella fuciformis spores.

A fed-batch culture system with constant feeding (glucose 80 g L(-1), 0.25 ml min(-1)) was used to study the influence of glucose on cell dry weight and exopolysaccharides production from submerged Tremella fuciformis spores in a 5-L stirred-tank bioreactor..

Immune supportMetabolic health
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Maitake · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Biological trace element research

Hypoglycemic activity of Grifola frondosa rich in vanadium.

The hypoglycemic activity of fermented mushroom of Grifola frondosa rich in vanadium (GFRV) was studied in this paper. Alloxan- and adrenalin-induced hyperglycemic mice were used in the study.

Metabolic health
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Chaga · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioresource technology

NMR-based metabonomic analysis on effect of light on production of antioxidant phenolic compounds in submerged cultures of Inonotus obliquus.

This study was designed to investigate the light effect on biosynthesis of antioxidant phenolic compounds by Inonotus obliquus grown in submerged cultures using (1)H NMR spectroscopy combining multivariate pattern recognition strategies. I..

Cognition & nervesMetabolic health
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Enoki · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry

Properties of Ethanol Fermentation by Flammulina velutipes

Basidiomycetes have the ability to degrade lignocellulosic biomass, and some basidiomycetes produce alcohol dehydrogenase. These characteristics may be useful in the direct production of ethanol from lignocellulose..

Metabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2009 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Preparative biochemistry & biotechnology

Pyranose 2-oxidase (P2O): production from trametes versicolor in stirred tank reactor and its partial characterization.

Optimization of pyranose-2-oxidase (P2O) production conditions from Trametes versicolor was carried out in shaking cultures containing glucose, malt, and yeast extracts; the optimum concentration values were found to be 1.5% glucose, 1.0% yeast extract, and 1.0% malt extract, pH 5.0, temperature, 26 degrees C, and….

Energy & fatigueMetabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2008 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of environmental science and health. Part A, Toxic/hazardous substances & environmental engineering

Biological decolourisation of wastewater from molasses fermentation by Trametes versicolor in an airlift reactor.

Continuous decolourisation of wastewater from molasses fermentation using mycelium of Trametes versicolor in pellets shape was performed in an airlift bioreactor (semi-pilot scale) with the aim of operating steadily for a long period, maintaining the colour removal activity..

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Maitake · 2008 · Patent · journal metadata

Grifola frondosa beta-dextran freeze-dried powder for injection

The invention relates to a freeze-dried powder for injection which is prepared by Beta-glucan that is extracted and separated by using Grifola frondosa mycelium and has the structure shown in the attached figure I and a preparation method thereof, which pertains to the technical field of medical preparations..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic health
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Mesima · 2008 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin

Inhibitory Constituents of Aldose Reductase in the Fruiting Body of Phellinus linteus

In an effort to characterize active principles for diabetic complication from medicinal mushroom, aldose reductase inhibitors were isolated from the fruiting body of Phellinus linteus and identified as hispidin (5), phelligridimer A (6), davallialactone (7), methyldavallialactone (8), hypholomine B (9), interfungins A….

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Mesima · 2008 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Biological & pharmaceutical bulletin

Protein Glycation Inhibitors from the Fruiting Body of Phellinus linteus

To characterize active principles for prevention and treatment of diabetic complications, the isolation of protein glycation inhibitors from the fruiting body of Phellinus linteus was conducted in vitro using the model systems of hemoglobin-delta-gluconolactone (early stage), bovine serum albumin-methylglyoxal (middle….

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Maitake · 2008 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioresource technology

Study of mycelial growth and bioactive polysaccharide production in batch and fed-batch culture of Grifola frondosa.

The fermentation of Grifola frondosa was investigated in the shake flasks and a 5-L jar fermenter in batch and fed-batch modes. In the shake-flask experiments, the preferable mycelial growth and exopolysaccharide (EPS) production was observed at relatively low pH; maltose and glucose were preferred carbon sources for….

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Mesima · 2008 · Patent · journal metadata

THE METHOD FOR MAKING AGING MEAT USING PHELLINUS LINTEUS AND PRODUCT THEREOF

All kinds of meats which are ripened with the Phellinus yucatensis are provided to remove bad smell of meats and improve all kinds of the minerals and amino acid and reduce the cholesterol of the meat and help the prevention of adult chronic disease by the active ingredient of the phellinus yucatensis, fomes….

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Maitake · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Mikrobiologiia

[Isolation and characterization of lectin from the surface of Grifola frondosa (FR.) S.F. Gray mycelium].

For the first time, from the surface of the dikaryotic mycelium of the xylotrophic basidiomycete Grifola frondosa 0917 a lectin has been isolated with a molecular mass of 68 +/- 1 kDa, consisting of two subunits of 33-34 kDa each. The lectin is a hydrophilic glycoprotein with the protein: glycan ratio of 3: 1..

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Niu-Chang-Chih · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of agricultural and food chemistry

Chemical characterization and anti-inflammatory effect of polysaccharides fractionated from submerge-cultured Antrodia camphorata mycelia.

Five polysaccharide fractions (AC-1, AC-2, AC-3, AC-4, and AC-5) were obtained after systemic solvent extractions and precipitations from Antrodia camphorata mycelia with yields of 2.92, 10.38, 1.65, 0.34, and 1.64%, respectively..

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Snow Fungus · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Applied microbiology and biotechnology

Hypoglycemic effects of exopolysaccharides produced by mycelial cultures of two different mushrooms Tremella fuciformis and Phellinus baumii in ob/ob mice.

The anti-diabetic activities of the exopolysaccharides (EPS) produced by submerged mycelial culture of two different mushrooms, Tremella fuciformis and Phellinus baumii, in ob/ob mice were investigated..

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Turkey Tail · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of environmental quality

Investigation of the toxicity of the products of decoloration of Amaranth by Trametes versicolor.

Trametes versicolor decolorized 2000 mg L(-1) of the mono-azo substituted naphthalenic dye Amaranth with no dye sorption observed visually. The changes in the toxicity were assessed over a period of 30 d for the dye-treated viable culture, control (no dye added), and a boiled culture treated with dye, using the….

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Maitake · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioresource technology

Structural analysis of anti-tumor heteropolysaccharide GFPS1b from the cultured mycelia of Grifola frondosa GF9801.

A 21-kDa heteropolysaccharide, coded as GFPS1b, was obtained from the cultured mycelia of Grifola frondosa GF9801 by hot-water extraction, ethanol precipitation, and fractioned by DEAE Sepharose Fast-flow, followed by the purification with Sephadex G-100 column chromatography using an AKTA purifier..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic health
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Maitake · 2006 · Comparative Study · Bioresource technology

Optimization of the medium composition for production of mycelial biomass and exo-polymer by Grifola frondosa GF9801 using response surface methodology.

In this work, a three-level Box-Behnken factorial design was employed combining with response surface methodology (RSM) to optimize the medium composition for the production of the mycelial biomass and exo-polymer in submerged cultures by Grifola frondosa GF9801..

Metabolic health
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Mesima · 2006 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry

Partial Characterization and Immunostimulatory Effect of a Novel Polysaccharide–Protein Complex Extracted from Phellinus linteus

Many polysaccharides isolated from mushroom are considered to be biological response modifiers and have been shown to enhance various immune responses in vivo and in vitro. We demonstrate that a novel polysaccharide-protein complex (PPC) extracted from Phellinus linteus was a potent immunomodulator..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic health
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Snow Fungus · 2006 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Journal of biotechnology

Production of exopolysaccharides by submerged mycelial culture of a mushroom Tremella fuciformis.

The optimization of submerged culture conditions for mycelial growth and exopolysaccharide (EPS) production in an edible mushroom Tremella fuciformis was studied in shake flasks and bioreactors..

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Niu-Chang-Chih · 2006 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · International journal of food microbiology

Promotion of hyphal growth and underlying chemical changes in Antrodia camphorata by host factors from Cinnamomum camphora.

The aim of this research was to investigate the hyphal growth-promoting factors (HGFs) of Antrodia camphorata from the host-related species, Cinnamomum camphora (CC) and the underlying chemical produced..

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Reishi · 2025 · Journal Article · Food Chemistry: X

Metabolomics-based analysis of changes in functional constituents and activities of Tartary buckwheat by solid-state fermentation with three kinds of edible-medicinal fungi

Solid-state fermentation of Tartary buckwheat using Auricularia auricula, Ganoderma lucidum, and Hericium erinaceus enhanced its functional components, increasing levels of phenols, polysaccharides, proteins, and amino acids, alongside improved antioxidant activity..

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Lion's Mane · 2025 · Research Article · Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

Polysorbate 80 Differentially Impacts Erinacine Production Profiles in Submerged Cultures of Hericium.

The mycelia of Hericium erinaceus contain neuroprotective cyathane diterpenoids (e.g., erinacine A). There is evidence that cultivation of submerged mycelia with surfactants increases glucose uptake and biomass, but the impact on erinacine production is unknown..

Cognition & nervesMetabolic health
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Oyster Mushroom · 2024 · Journal Article · Animal feed science and technology

Effect of mushroom crop residue on growth performance, carcass traits, nutrient digestibility, nitrogen balance, ingestive behavior, ruminal and blood parameters of lambs

Using agricultural wastes as substrates of mushroom cultivation can minimize environmental pollution and provide a high-quality substrate that might be used for animal feeding after cultivation, which is beneficial for ruminants..

Energy & fatigueMetabolic healthGut & microbiome
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Cordyceps · 2023 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Scientific reports

Transcriptome and metabonomics combined analysis revealed the energy supply mechanism involved in fruiting body initiation in Chinese cordyceps.

Chinese cordyceps was one of most valuable traditional Chinese medicine fungi. To elucidate the molecular mechanisms related to energy supply mechanism involved in the initiation and formation of primordium in Chinese cordyceps, we performed the integrated metabolomic and transcriptomic analyses of it at….

Energy & fatigueMetabolic health
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Cordyceps · 2022 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Scientific reports

Cordyceps inhibits ceramide biosynthesis and improves insulin resistance and hepatic steatosis.

Ectopic ceramide accumulation in insulin-responsive tissues contributes to the development of obesity and impairs insulin sensitivity. Moreover, pharmacological inhibition of serine palmitoyl transferase (SPT), the first enzyme essential for ceramide biosynthesis using myriocin in rodents reduces body weight and….

Energy & fatigueMetabolic healthGut & microbiomeLiver support
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Turkey Tail · 2010 · Patent · journal metadata

Strain Of Turkey Tail Mushroom, Extract From The Same, And Use Of The Same

The present invention provides a new strain of turkey tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor (L.: Fr.) Pilat) having excellent biological activities (Accession number: FERM BP-10633)..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic healthSkin & hydration
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Turkey Tail · 2008 · Patent · journal metadata

STRAIN OF TURKEY TAIL MUSHROOM, EXTRACT FROM THE SAME, AND USE OF THE SAME

The present invention provides a new strain of turkey tail mushroom (Trametes versicolor (L.:Fr.)Pilat) having excellent biological activities (Accession number: FERM BP-10633)..

OncologyImmune supportMetabolic healthSkin & hydration
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Maitake · 2007 · Research Support, Non U.S. Gov'T · Molecular and cellular biochemistry

Enhanced insulin-hypoglycemic activity in rats consuming a specific glycoprotein extracted from maitake mushroom.

AIM: Intraperitoneal glucose tolerance (ipGTT) and insulin challenge (ICT) tests were implemented to evaluate whether a specific glycoprotein extract of maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa) known as SX-fraction enhances insulin sensitivity in spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR)..

Metabolic health
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Turkey Tail · 2025 · Systematic Review · The Science of the total environment

Barriers and guidelines in the use of fungi in pesticide bioremediation: A global overview.

The increasing use of synthetic pesticides, driven by global food demand, highlights the need for effective environmental decontamination strategies. Bioremediation represents a sustainable approach, with fungi showing potential due to their unique metabolic capabilities..

Metabolic health
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Reishi · 2025 · Systematic Review · Carbohydrate research

Structural basis of immunomodulation by edible fungal polysaccharides: From molecular characteristics to action mechanisms.

Edible Fungal polysaccharides as Immunomodulators: A Systematic Review at the Crossroads of Immunology, Natural Products Chemistry, and Microbiology. The chemical structure-specifically molecular weight, branching degree, and functional group modifications-directly dictates immunological activity..

OncologyImmune supportCognition & nervesMetabolic health
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King Oyster · 2023 · Research Article · Microorganisms

In Vitro Fermentation of Edible Mushrooms: Effects on Faecal Microbiota Characteristics of Autistic and Neurotypical Children.

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often suffer gastrointestinal disturbances consistent with gut microbiota (GM) alterations. Treatment with pro/prebiotics may potentially alleviate gut symptoms, but the evidence for prebiotics is scarce..

Cognition & nervesMetabolic healthGut & microbiome
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King Oyster · 2022 · Research Article · Microorganisms

Biochemical Evaluation of Agaricus and Pleurotus Strains in Batch Cultures for Production Optimization of Valuable Metabolites.

The production of various biochemical compounds such as proteins, glucans and glucanases, from the mycelium of four strains of Basidiomycetes species, Agaricus bisporus, Agaricus subrufescens, Pleurotus eryngii and Pleurotus ostreatus, during batch culture in shaking flasks, was studied..

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King Oyster · 2022 · Journal Article · International journal of medicinal mushrooms

Suppressive Effect of Fruiting Bodies of Medicinal Mushrooms on Demyelination and Motor Dysfunction in a Cuprizone-Induced Multiple Sclerosis Mouse Model.

Epidemiologic studies have shown a high prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) in Europe and North America, and a low prevalence in East Asia. Mushrooms contain various biological response modifiers (BRMs) and are widely used in traditional Chinese medicine in East Asian countries..

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Lion's Mane · 2020 · Journal Article · International journal of biological macromolecules

A novel Hericium erinaceus polysaccharide: Structural characterization and prevention of H2O2-induced oxidative damage in GES-1 cells.

In this paper, the structural characteristics and bioactivity of a novel polysaccharide from H. erinaceus (HEPN) were investigated, wherein, physico-chemical characterization demonstrated that HEPN with an average molecular weight of 12.713 kDa was composed of mannose (5.13%), glucose (43.02%), and galactose (51.85%)..

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Reishi · 2020 · Journal Article · Biological and Pharmaceutical Bulletin

Amelioration of the Lipogenesis, Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis of Hepatocytes by a Novel Proteoglycan from Ganoderma lucidum

The steatosis and resultant oxidative stress and apoptosis play the important roles in the progression of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), therefore, searching for the effective drugs against NAFLD has been a hot topic..

OncologyImmune supportEnergy & fatigueMetabolic health
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Enoki · 2020 · Research Article · Animals: an open access journal from MDPI

Dietary Supplementation with Flammulina velutipes Stem Waste on Growth Performance, Fecal Short Chain Fatty Acids and Serum Profile in Weaned Piglets.

This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of dietary FVS supplementation on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, biochemical profile of serum and fecal short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) production in weaned piglets..

Immune supportEnergy & fatigueMetabolic healthGut & microbiome
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Oyster Mushroom · 2020 · Journal Article · Abstracts of Papers Presented at the Meeting of the Mycological Society of Japan

Effects of the disruption of PKAc1 gene on wood degradation in Pleurotus ostreatus

Metadata-grounded summary: This journal article indexes research on Pleurotus ostreatus in Abstracts of Papers Presented at the Meeting of the Mycological Society of Japan in 2020. MycoData maps the paper to metabolic health based on its title, species context, article metadata, and study classification..

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